Information About Liquid Lecithin

Liquid lecithin is a natural substance composed of B vitamins and essential acids. Not only is it a great dietary supplement, liquid lecithin also has culinary and cosmetic value as well.

History

• While lecithin extraction had been around for centuries, it wasn't until the early 1980s that a liquid form or lecithin was introduced. It was first marketed by Central Soya as a dietary supplement.

Function

• Liquid lecithin is used in cosmetics as a softening and moisturizing agent, and as a culinary thickening agent. It has an array of medicinal uses, such as vitamin absorption and cholesterol regulation.

Types

• While lecithin can be derived from a number of sources, and is even produced naturally by the liver, it is most often extracted from the soy bean.

Considerations

• Liquid lecithin's taste is often considered unpleasant on its own. If taken as a dietary supplement, consider gel tabs.

Warning

• While lecithin is generally considered safe, there are some side affects from over-consumption, including headache, nausea and vomiting.